Moth Czech Dark Lager - Single

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Dark beer doesn't have to be heavy. And it certainly doesn't have to taste like somebody dissolved a loaf of burnt bread in your pint. Afro Caribbean's Velvet Moth is a beautifully balanced Czech style Dark Lager brewed by Afro Caribbean Brewing Company in Cape Town. Inspired by the traditional dark lagers of the Czech Republic, this beer combines the rich, complex flavours of darker malts with the crisp, refreshing drinkability that makes lager so universally loved.

Pouring almost black with striking garnet highlights when held to the light, Velvet Moth might look like a big, intimidating stout, but appearances can be deceiving. At 5.2% ABV, it's surprisingly light bodied and exceptionally easy to drink, with a smooth, creamy mouthfeel and delicate layers of chocolate, caramel and dark fruit.

The carefully selected malt bill includes Pilsner, Munich, CaraMunich III, CaraAroma, Melanoidin and Carafa Special III, providing a complex foundation of toasted malt, gentle sweetness and rich colour without excessive roasted bitterness. Traditional Saaz hops introduce a restrained herbal bitterness, keeping the malt sweetness in check and allowing the beer's softer, more delicate flavours to shine.

With just 29 IBUs, Velvet Moth is all about balance. Rich enough to keep things interesting, but refreshing enough to remind you that this is, first and foremost, a lager. Essentially, it's a dark beer for people who enjoy dark beer, and an excellent introduction for people who think they don't. Tasting Notes Appearance: Deep mahogany to almost black, revealing beautiful garnet-red highlights when held against the light.

A creamy, tan-coloured head completes the presentation. Aroma: Inviting aromas of toasted malt, milk chocolate and caramel, accompanied by subtle dark fruit, lightly roasted coffee and a delicate herbal note from the Saaz hops. Palate: Smooth, creamy and remarkably approachable. Gentle chocolate and caramel flavours lead into toasted bread, dark fruit and subtle roasted malt.

The body remains relatively light, with restrained sweetness and soft bitterness creating an exceptionally balanced drinking experience. Finish: Clean, smooth and refreshing, with lingering chocolate, toasted malt and a gentle herbal bitterness. Far lighter and crisper than its dark appearance might suggest.

Technical Details Brewery: Afro Caribbean Brewing CompanyOrigin: Cape Town, South AfricaBeer Name: Velvet MothStyle: Czech Dark LagerABV: 5.2%IBU: 29Malts: Pilsner, Munich, CaraMunich III, CaraAroma, Melanoidin & Carafa Special IIIHops: SaazYeast: AEB FermoLager WFermentation: LagerBrewed & Packaged: Cape Town, South Africa